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KSM (kernel samepage merging)

KSM (kernel samepage merging) is a Linux kernel feature that allows the KVM hypervisor to share identical memory pages among different process or virtual machines on the same server.

Use flash with vSAN, ESXi virtual flash caching and VMFS data stores

ESXi can use flash storage in a variety of ways. Ultimately, however, the degree to which ESXi supports flash storage varies ...

VMware extends NSX micro-segmentation to AppDefense

VMware micro-segmentation technology reaches from NSX to AppDefense and points to a new future for network security that ...

Build a VMware sandbox testing environment with Workstation

Using VMware Workstation to establish a testing environment for VMs is cheaper than consuming primary virtual resources, and it ...

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Mastering PowerShell commands for Exchange by the book

This book works through common scenarios administrators face when managing Exchange Server 2016 and explains how to tackle them ...

Breaking down the Exchange Online vs. on-premises choice

The continuous feature release model of Exchange Online might be a boon for some, but others might consider the need for constant...

The top 5 unheralded Windows Server 2016 features

Windows Server 2016 is still a novel operating system for many administrators. Check out some of its new and enhanced features ...

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Azure Availability Zones enable more resilient cloud apps

'Downtime' is a dreaded word for mission-critical applications. Learn how availability zones in Azure can promote uptime and keep...

Cloud certifications play supporting role in IT hiring decisions

Certifications that are specific to a particular cloud provider are a great way for IT professionals to grow their foundational ...

In a serverless architecture age, infrastructure still matters

Sorry, developers, but infrastructure still matters, even as serverless architectures and containers diminish its central role to...

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Remote display protocols dictate virtual desktop experience

Citrix, VMware and Microsoft all offer remote display protocols with their VDI products. Each one brings a little something ...

Get the scoop on elastic application layers from Citrix

IT pros can use Citrix Elastic Layering to target apps to specific users. However, it's important to know when and where to use ...

Six ways to simplify Citrix App Layering

App layering can deliver a lot of benefits to IT administrators, but only if they know how to keep management simple. Start by ...

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Get to know SIEM software basics and benefits

Security information and event management tools give organizations enhanced network management functionality, such as automatic ...

Plexxi buy bolsters HPE composable infrastructure strategy

HPE strengthened its composable infrastructure strategy with the acquisition of Plexxi, a startup that adds a networking element ...

Hadoop cluster configuration best practices streamline workflows

Organizations that deal with a variety of Hadoop configurations can streamline workflows through baseline configuration, tests ...